Coping with the holidays while grieving - Putnam Hospital Center, 670 Stoneleigh Ave., Carmel. 6:30-8 p.m. Nov. 12, The holidays are always a stressful time but especially so when you are trying to cope with the loss of a loved one. Learn how you can gain support and comfort during this difficult time.The programs will be presented by Valerie Braun, LMSW, bereavement coordinator of Hospice Care in Westchester and Putnam, Inc. The workshops are free but pre-registration is required by calling 914-666-4228, Ext. 492.

Genetic predisposition to breast and ovarian cancer talk - Jewish Congregation of New Paltz Community Center, 30 N. Chestnut St. (Route 32), New Paltz. 7 p.m. Nov. 12, Dr. Andrew Ashikiri will speak about the higher risk women of Eastern European Jewish descent have of developing breast cancer and life-saving medical considerations that can help them.

Music and imagery sessions - Herbert H. & Sofia P. Reuner Cancer Support House, 80 Mary's Ave., Kingston. 10 a.m. Nov. 12, Held every other Monday. Group sessions with Dr. Montserrat Gimeno at 10 a.m. Explore the use of guided imagery and music as a way to ignite and enhance one's innate healing potential. To make an appointment for a private session or to register for a group session contactDoris Blaha at 845-339-2071, Ext. 100, or email doris.blaha@hahv.org.

Breastfeeding essentials - Waddle n Swaddle, 32 Raymond Ave., Poughkeepsie. 6-8 p.m. Nov. 14, Designed to be taken during pregnancy, this class covers all the breastfeeding basics from birth through the first six months. $55 per couple. Contact Jenn Sullivan at Jenn@waddlenswaddle.com or 845-473-5952.

Dutchess County Board of Health meeting - Second-floor library, Dutchess County Department of Health, 387 Main St., Poughkeepsie. 4 p.m. Nov. 15, The regular meeting will be held. The board meets the third Thursday of the month. No meeting in July. 845-486-3432.

Kindermusik family-style class: Zoom buggy and dream pillow - Waddle n Swaddle, 41 E. Market St. Suite 4, Rhinebeck. 12:15 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at 11:15 a.m. Series is $225. Kindermusik will focus on the developmental needs of the child up to age 24 months. To register or for more information, contact Beth via email kmwithmissbeth@hotmail.com or call 845-757-5802.